This study obtained a general picture of the preparation, certification, experience, and positions of teachers in Newfoundland and obtained other factual information relating to the nature of its teaching force. The report states that during the fall term 1971, a 59-item questionnaire was returned by 80 percent of the teachers employed in the school system of Newfoundland and Labrador. This preliminary report is based on two random samples of the total 4,964 questionnaire returns. Results of the samples covering an extensive range of topics are included. (MJM)